This probably falls under the category of "common knowledge" but: 1) Install a NodeJS version manager such as nvm. 2) The NodeJS ecosystem is a polluter that

This probably falls under the category of "common knowledge" but: 1) Install a NodeJS version manager such as nvm. 2) The NodeJS ecosystem is a polluter that would qualify as and EPA super-fund site. Don't install anything using your OS package manager but rather install the tools you need for QA and build as project development dependencies.